He's not wearing a santa outfit - because Santa trauma - but he is in some kind of Christmas sweater, and when he puts the box down on Denji's bed he huffs a little sigh. ]
[ denji follows him, practically vibrating with excitement, his feet shuffling in place as if he were holding back from running to snatch it out of the other’s hands. it looks heavy, not too big, not too small. what could it be?!
aki could barely finish breathing out that word before he barked. ] Ready!!
[ There's a painfully fond smile on Aki's face as he steps back, making space for Denji to get at the box and lifting his hands. Have at it, it says.
Inside the box are a series of gifts - none of them are wrapped, he thought the box was enough and Denji would just rip it to shreds anyway - laid out neatly:
❄️ a giant blanket, which when unwrapped gives away what it actually it - a handsome, thick quilt that would be perfect for a kotatsu. There's a little note in there that there's one for Denji to unfold in his room whenever he wants, Aki just needs to bring it over. ❄️ A 'reasonable' amount of candy - which is probably not enough candy for Denji, but is a lot of candy in Aki's eyes. ❄️ A scarf, pair of gloves and a hat, all in shades of grey with little blue accents. ❄️ One new bento box, with a cute little anime figure design on it, ready for Aki to make him more lunches. ❄️ Some vouchers for a local restaurant, so he can take Bakugo if he wants to. ❄️ A small, A5 sized painting, with an artistic rendition of himself, Power and Aki all stood together in what might once have been their living room. Aki is even smiling in it. ❄️ Right at the bottom, is a necklace with a little charm on it.
When Denji gets to the final one, Aki speaks, lifting his own arm where there's a charm bracelet resting on his wrist. ]
I thought we could collect charms, so we can remember the good times together.
[ he sat cross-legged on the bed, a small stack of neatly placed presents in front of him. he reached for the first one that caught his attention, his fingers trembling slightly— of course, it was that painting. it was small and beautifully illustrated, warming up his heart instantly. denji ran his thumb over the texture, his eyes softening as memories flooded back. his lips pressed into a thin line, and a bittersweet smile tugged at the corners of his mouth.
each one of the other gifts was equally special, and he laughed a bit at the bento box, fully understanding the reason behind it. the candies he will inhale in one sitting, the blanket, and the adorable set of scarf/gloves that he will certainly need in these cold months. it ends with the necklace, which denji holds up for a closer look with a growing smile. ]
[ Aki smiles softly all the same, settling on the bed to watch the man in front of him carefully. The presents were hand picked, were all thought out and made carefully, and he's glad to see they're being apreciated. That they're wanted.
[ denji is still busy playing with the new charm between his fingers, taking a closer look at the design and grinning. is that a mini chainsaw man head? heh. cute. ]
[ Aki smiles fondly, unable to help himself, leaning back and crossing his legs properly under him. This probably isn't even that big of an announcement, not really, but... ]
[ once he's done with the nicely secured necklace around his neck, denji moves on to the selection of sugary delights. of course he couldn't help but to try a few for a taste! just a few. he knew he was under the watchful eyes of mr. 'No sugar after 9:00 pm!'.
[ .... okay. now that got denji's attention, and he glanced up, brows furrowed, not in anger, but in genuine confusion. silence. he then raised one brow, almost comically, slowly returning his gaze to the item between his fingers.
and then, very casually- ]
Men can't get married. Are you guys playing pretend?
[ listen, they both came from the 90s, and denji is still stuck there. so- ]
[ he stops toying with whatever he had between his fingers, lowering his hands down to his lap. he squints, then scowls, more confused than anything else. for someone who's in a relationship with another man, this will sound hella weird ... ]
Why, though? isn't the whole point of getting married is to have kids?
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This box is heavy!
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-peering over the slight gap, simply to make sure. once he realized it was only aki, looking normal and all, he relaxed and pushed it wide open. ]
Finally! My gift! [ oh yeah, he was waiting. ]
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[ But Aki is smiling fondly.
He's not wearing a santa outfit - because Santa trauma - but he is in some kind of Christmas sweater, and when he puts the box down on Denji's bed he huffs a little sigh. ]
Ready?
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aki could barely finish breathing out that word before he barked. ] Ready!!
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Inside the box are a series of gifts - none of them are wrapped, he thought the box was enough and Denji would just rip it to shreds anyway - laid out neatly: When Denji gets to the final one, Aki speaks, lifting his own arm where there's a charm bracelet resting on his wrist. ]
I thought we could collect charms, so we can remember the good times together.
[ He has a matching one with Tsurumaru. ]
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each one of the other gifts was equally special, and he laughed a bit at the bento box, fully understanding the reason behind it. the candies he will inhale in one sitting, the blanket, and the adorable set of scarf/gloves that he will certainly need in these cold months. it ends with the necklace, which denji holds up for a closer look with a growing smile. ]
... Are you trying to make me cry?
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[ Aki smiles softly all the same, settling on the bed to watch the man in front of him carefully. The presents were hand picked, were all thought out and made carefully, and he's glad to see they're being apreciated. That they're wanted.
Tilting his head, he pauses for a moment. ]
I have something else to tell you too.
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I'm listening ...
[ kinda. ]
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Tsurumaru and I are engaged. Sort of.
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[ once he's done with the nicely secured necklace around his neck, denji moves on to the selection of sugary delights. of course he couldn't help but to try a few for a taste! just a few. he knew he was under the watchful eyes of mr. 'No sugar after 9:00 pm!'.
yeah. try again, aki. ]
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Aki, however, groans, and covers his eyes with his hand, sighing softly. ]
To be married.
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and then, very casually- ]
Men can't get married. Are you guys playing pretend?
[ listen, they both came from the 90s, and denji is still stuck there. so- ]
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It had taken some research, but - ]
They can here. It's allowed.
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[ he stops toying with whatever he had between his fingers, lowering his hands down to his lap. he squints, then scowls, more confused than anything else. for someone who's in a relationship with another man, this will sound hella weird ... ]
Why, though? isn't the whole point of getting married is to have kids?
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Are you dating Bakugo-kun to have kids with him?
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[ STOP MAKING THIS CONFUSING - and don't put ideas in his head, too. bakugou suffers enough. ]
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[ Aki sighs, rubbing his head before he leans back. ]
It's a way of showing him how much I like him. Just take it like that.